Scientists hunt for early warning signs of preterm birth

NCT ID NCT02225717

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study aimed to find substances in vaginal fluid that could help doctors predict which pregnant women will go into labor early. Researchers studied 238 women, including those with signs of preterm labor and healthy pregnant women. The goal was to develop a simple test to improve care for threatened preterm delivery.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obstetric Labor, Premature

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Maternité Port Royal-Cochin

    Paris, 75014, France